Bethlehem Center / Elsmere, Delmar NY
Is Delmar, NY (Bethlehem Center / Elsmere) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Delmar, New York - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
Most buyers only see the home. Smart buyers check the neighborhood first.
Median Home Price
$462,827
Average Rent
$2,947
Vacancy Rate
1.9%
Graduate Degree Holders
38.3%
Overview of Bethlehem Center / Elsmere
Bethlehem Center / Elsmere is a suburban neighborhood in Delmar, NY, with a median home price of $462,827 and average rent of $2,947. Housing mainly consists of medium to large single-family homes and small apartments built mostly between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a very low vacancy rate of 1.9%, indicating tight housing supply and strong demand.
SuburbanWealthyExecutive Lifestyle
Housing market and real estate character
Bethlehem Center / Elsmere features mostly owner-occupied medium to large single-family homes and small apartments, with many built between 1940 and 1999.
| Housing Age (1940-1999) | Majority of residences |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type Mix | Medium to large single-family homes and small apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited supply.
Homes mostly built between 1940 and 1999 reflect a mature neighborhood.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood is known for its wealthy, highly educated residents and strong executive presence, supporting an upscale lifestyle.
Executive Lifestyle — High concentration of executives and professionals shapes the community.
Cultural Diversity — Notable Irish and Russian ancestries enrich neighborhood culture.
| Graduate Degree Holders | 38.3% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 71.5% |
Demographics
| Graduate Degree Holders | 38.3% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 71.5% |
| Government Jobs | 15.1% |
| English Speakers | 92.6% |
| Polish Speakers | |
| German/Yiddish Speakers | 2.8% |
| Irish Ancestry | 27.4% |
| Russian Ancestry | 3.8% |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes, with a majority driving alone and some carpooling.
HoodScore highlights Bethlehem Center / Elsmere's executive lifestyle and tight housing market to guide your home search.
Executive Community — High share of executives and professionals defines neighborhood character.
Tight Market — Low vacancy rate signals strong demand and limited supply.
| Drive Alone | 75.4% |
|---|---|
| Carpool | 6.2% |
| Commute Time 15-30 min | 57.1% |
Homes for sale near 12226
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Bethlehem Center / Elsmere?
The median home price is $462,827, more expensive than 36.4% of New York neighborhoods.
How educated are residents?
38.3% hold graduate degrees, higher than 96.3% of US neighborhoods.